PACCC-CPACP Practice Questions
with Correct Verified Answers. Latest
2025-2026. Graded A
"Happy Tail" – ANS Wound/split at tip of dog's tail due to wagging a tail too
hard against a hard surface. Dogs with long, thin, "whippy" tails are more
prone. Takes weeks to heal and prone to re-injury. Take precautions with
enclosures.
Almost all aggression is due to - ANS fear
Are pet boarding facilities/doggie daycares required to require canine
influenza vaccinations? - ANSNot necessarily, it is currently up for debate.
The Dog Den does.
Average Heart Rate for Adult Dog - ANS60-160 beats per minute
Average Heart Rate for Cat - ANSNothing exceeding 240 bpm
Avg heart rate for PUPPIES - ANS60-220 bpm
Avg heart rate for TOY breeds - ANS60-180 bpm
Avoiding Stress in Pet Care Facilities - ANSGive enough of human
interaction, mental stimulation, and chances to relieve themselves. Keep
1
,noise levels low, lighting sufficient, temperatures adequate. Be sure there is
enough space.
Bathing Areas - ANS-products used must comply with local, state, federal
guidelines
-tubs should have non-slip bottom surface.
-water temperature set to appropriate level
-non-slip surface on the floor by each tub
-all equipment pet-friendly & secure, safe and sturdy
-cleaned between each pet
Bite Level 1 - ANSAn "air bite" that makes no contact, sometimes referred
to as a "snap" or "nip"
Bite Level 2 - ANSA bite that makes contact but there is no puncture.
Possibly some scraping but nothing serious.
Bite Level 3 - ANSA single puncture or a single bite with 1-4 punctures but
are not very deep. (Puncture deepness will have to do with the size of the
dogs teeth, larger dogs will give deeper puncture wounds)
Bite Level 4 - ANSA single bit with 1-4 punctures including bruises or
lacerations. Happens if the dog bites down harder or shakes while biting.
Punctures are deeper.
Bite Level 5 - ANSCharacterized by multiple bites where the dog bit, let go,
then bit again.
2
, Bite Level 6 - ANSDeath/Mutilation.
Blind Dogs - ANSBe sure their enclosure has no hazards, spraying the
perimeter of enclosure with lavender may help them navigate. Blind dogs
startle more easily, may snap. Always make noises before touching. Make
sure they know where food/water is.
Bloat- symptoms? - ANS-dog may appear uncomfortable, pace, or salivate
-distention/swelling of abdominal cavity as stomach expands
-weakness, depression, difficulty breathing, hypersalivation, retching
without vomiting
-vet determines bloat w/ x-ray
-bloat can cause a total collapse where the dog goes into shock and dies
from cardiac irregularities
Bloat- treatment? - ANS-Get them to a vet!
-40% of bloat cases will die, even with vet care
-stablilize w/ IVs, stomach decompressed w/ tube or surgery
-surgery not always successful
-if stomach is not tacked in place, dog will most likely bloat again
-dog that bloats once is at higher risk for bloating again
Bloat- what is it? - ANSgastric dilatation volvulus (gdv)
-twisted stomach/gastric torsion
-stomach becomes overstretched and rotated by excessive gas content
-life-threatening emergency
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with Correct Verified Answers. Latest
2025-2026. Graded A
"Happy Tail" – ANS Wound/split at tip of dog's tail due to wagging a tail too
hard against a hard surface. Dogs with long, thin, "whippy" tails are more
prone. Takes weeks to heal and prone to re-injury. Take precautions with
enclosures.
Almost all aggression is due to - ANS fear
Are pet boarding facilities/doggie daycares required to require canine
influenza vaccinations? - ANSNot necessarily, it is currently up for debate.
The Dog Den does.
Average Heart Rate for Adult Dog - ANS60-160 beats per minute
Average Heart Rate for Cat - ANSNothing exceeding 240 bpm
Avg heart rate for PUPPIES - ANS60-220 bpm
Avg heart rate for TOY breeds - ANS60-180 bpm
Avoiding Stress in Pet Care Facilities - ANSGive enough of human
interaction, mental stimulation, and chances to relieve themselves. Keep
1
,noise levels low, lighting sufficient, temperatures adequate. Be sure there is
enough space.
Bathing Areas - ANS-products used must comply with local, state, federal
guidelines
-tubs should have non-slip bottom surface.
-water temperature set to appropriate level
-non-slip surface on the floor by each tub
-all equipment pet-friendly & secure, safe and sturdy
-cleaned between each pet
Bite Level 1 - ANSAn "air bite" that makes no contact, sometimes referred
to as a "snap" or "nip"
Bite Level 2 - ANSA bite that makes contact but there is no puncture.
Possibly some scraping but nothing serious.
Bite Level 3 - ANSA single puncture or a single bite with 1-4 punctures but
are not very deep. (Puncture deepness will have to do with the size of the
dogs teeth, larger dogs will give deeper puncture wounds)
Bite Level 4 - ANSA single bit with 1-4 punctures including bruises or
lacerations. Happens if the dog bites down harder or shakes while biting.
Punctures are deeper.
Bite Level 5 - ANSCharacterized by multiple bites where the dog bit, let go,
then bit again.
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, Bite Level 6 - ANSDeath/Mutilation.
Blind Dogs - ANSBe sure their enclosure has no hazards, spraying the
perimeter of enclosure with lavender may help them navigate. Blind dogs
startle more easily, may snap. Always make noises before touching. Make
sure they know where food/water is.
Bloat- symptoms? - ANS-dog may appear uncomfortable, pace, or salivate
-distention/swelling of abdominal cavity as stomach expands
-weakness, depression, difficulty breathing, hypersalivation, retching
without vomiting
-vet determines bloat w/ x-ray
-bloat can cause a total collapse where the dog goes into shock and dies
from cardiac irregularities
Bloat- treatment? - ANS-Get them to a vet!
-40% of bloat cases will die, even with vet care
-stablilize w/ IVs, stomach decompressed w/ tube or surgery
-surgery not always successful
-if stomach is not tacked in place, dog will most likely bloat again
-dog that bloats once is at higher risk for bloating again
Bloat- what is it? - ANSgastric dilatation volvulus (gdv)
-twisted stomach/gastric torsion
-stomach becomes overstretched and rotated by excessive gas content
-life-threatening emergency
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